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History was created in Chityala municipality in Nalgonda district after a transgender woman won from Ward One as an Independent candidate. N Sudhakar secured victory with a lead of over 100 votes, marking a significant moment in local body politics.
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Congress MPs protested at the Parliament House complex, demanding the resignation of Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri after his name appeared in the US-released 'Epstein Files'. Puri denied any involvement in Epstein’s crimes
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The Indian Navy assumed command of Combined Task Force 154 under the Combined Maritime Forces in Bahrain, marking its first leadership of the multinational task force focused on maritime training, security, and regional collaboration
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Benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty fell over 1 per cent in early trade on Friday, led by sharp losses in IT stocks amid weak global cues and concerns over AI-led disruptions. Broader markets also witnessed heavy selling.
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A shooting at a residential complex of South Carolina State University left two dead and one wounded. The campus in Orangeburg was placed on lockdown, classes were cancelled, and investigators are on site
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In Chinaur village, Kangra district, a 58-year-old mid-day meal worker, Salochna Devi, was allegedly murdered with a sickle inside a government primary school in broad daylight. The accused, Rakesh Kumar, has been arrested; investigations are ongoing
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Ragini 3, produced by Balaji Motion Pictures and directed by Shashanka Ghosh, will star Tamannaah Bhatia and Junaid Khan, promising a bold, stylised horror experience; further details are awaited
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In Tumakuru, a 33-year-old woman allegedly smothered her mother with a pillow, influenced by an astrologer’s claims of black magic. Authorities arrested her and her husband after villagers raised suspicions over the unnatural death of Pushpavathi (55)
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Four labourers, including three women, died after consuming acid mistaking it for alcohol at a wedding venue in Bhilwara district. The incident occurred in Aloli village, with one person critically injured. Police are investigating safety lapses and storage of hazardous chemicals
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The makers of Nagabandham unveiled Jagapathi Babu as Prabhakar, ahead of the teaser release. Directed by Abhishek Nama, the period action drama stars Virat Karrna and portrays Abdali’s ruthless quest for the mythical Naga Bandham in 1750 India
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Tension erupted at the Huzurabad counting centre after candidates protested restrictions on entry passes. ACP Madhavi intervened, while counting was delayed by an hour at the Junior College centre after the strong room key went missing and officials broke open the lock.
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The Bharat Rashtra Samithi secured control of Indresham municipality in Patancheru Assembly constituency, winning nine of the 18 wards. Congress won six wards, while the BJP and an Independent claimed three. With MLA support, the BRS is set to form the civic body.
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The Supreme Court of India criticised the functioning of Real Estate Regulatory Authority, saying it was high time governments revisited RERA’s role. The court stayed the Himachal Pradesh High Court order blocking the office shift from Shimla to Dharamsala
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A BJP candidate contesting from Ward No. 10 in Luxettipet municipality died of an ailment on the day of vote counting. Her death has led to uncertainty over the ward’s result, with authorities yet to decide on a fresh poll or alternative outcome.
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Six people, including four family members, were trampled to death by a herd of wild elephants in Hazaribag district. The herd, roaming across Bokaro, Ramgarh and Hazaribag, had caused earlier casualties, officials said. A seriously injured child is hospitalised
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The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) claimed victory in Bangladesh’s general elections, saying it secured a parliamentary majority to form the next government, ending the interim rule led by Muhammad Yunus. The Election Commission is yet to announce final results
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No party secured a clear majority in the newly formed Kohir municipality in Zaheerabad Assembly constituency. Congress won eight of the 16 wards, while BRS secured five. BJP, MIM and an Independent won one ward each, making the formation of the civic body keenly contested.
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The USS 'Gerald R. Ford,' the world’s largest aircraft carrier, has been ordered from the Caribbean Sea to the Middle East to join the 'USS Abraham Lincoln' amid heightened US pressure on Iran over its nuclear program as President Trump weighs military options
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the new PMO building, Seva Teerth, and Kartavya Bhawan 1 and 2 in New Delhi, marking 95 years since the capital’s 1931 inauguration. The event highlights the Central Vista redevelopment and administrative consolidation
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The Bharat Rashtra Samithi registered a sweeping victory in the Gaddapotharam municipality, winning 15 of the 18 wards, while the ruling Congress secured two wards. An Independent won one ward. Elections to the civic bodies were held on February 11.
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The over 10-day Khejri Bachao Andolan in Bikaner was called off after the Rajasthan government assured no Khejri tree would be felled until a special protection law is enacted, following talks with ministers and community leaders
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Seven people were killed in a chain collision involving a car, motorcycle and truck on the Hoskote-Dabaspete National Highway near Bengaluru. Police suspect overspeeding and are investigating whether the driver was under the influence
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Counting of municipal election votes began across 123 centres amid minor glitches, including a strong room key mix-up in Huzurabad and a power outage in Sangareddy, following a 73.01 percent voter turnout
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The rupee weakened by 8 paise to 90.69 against the US dollar in early trade on Friday, pressured by a stronger dollar and weak equities. However, stable inflation data and domestic fundamentals provided some support, forex traders said.
